Education Credentials
  • Masters in Counselling Psychology (Unviesity of Alberta)
  • Masters in Social Psychology (University of Alberta)
 
Highlighted Trainings
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy,
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT),
  • Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT),
  • CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I),
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy,
  • Exposure and Response Prevention,
  • Motivational Interviewing,
  • Self Management of Chronic Pain group therapy,
  • Grief Counselling,
  • Perinatal Mood and Affective Disorders, and
  • Anger Management.

Philosophy: 

I consider it a privilege to work with individuals willing to be open enough and vulnerable enough to share their inner worlds with me, and to try new things even when it may feel uncomfortable or scary. I love to see the sense of purpose, contentment, clarity, satisfaction, and hope that clients achieve through their psychotherapy experiences. I welcome clients of any race, faith, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, background, and ability.

 

Treatment Specialties: 

I would describe my counselling approach as empathic, strengths-based, active, collaborative, and evidence-based. This means that I focus on understanding what’s important to you, where you feel stuck, what you have tried, and what has and hasn’t been helpful. I will then use that information, along with my knowledge and experience of what works, to guide what strategies we try but will also regularly seek your input and feedback to make therapy as effective as possible for you. I see you as the expert on your own life, and me as a supportive coach who offers new perspectives or strategies to help you move forward. I work with adults experiencing a broad range of issues, including:

  • Anxiety, work and/or personal stress, and preparing for a future feared event
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Chronic pain and other chronic conditions
  • Grief and loss
  • Depression
  • Self-criticism, procrastination and perfectionism
  • Relationship issues such as difficulties with communication, conflict, trust and connection
  • Perinatal struggles such as adjustment difficulties, postpartum anxiety and depression
  • Feeling stuck or lacking a sense of direction or purpose
  • Challenges with making a change, whether it’s reducing smoking or drinking, increasing physical activity or other healthy behaviours, spending more time with loved ones, or doing more self-care.

If you’re wondering if I would be a good fit for you and your needs, or just have a few questions before you’re ready to book an appointment, please feel free to contact the clinic to book a free 10-minute consultation with me.

 

Personal Interests: 

I love running, hiking and camping in the mountains, Zumba classes, dog walks, live music, watching Oilers games and tennis, and spending time with family and friends.